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Civil Estimator

@ Kiewit

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Oakville, Ontario

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Overview

Kiewit is hiring a mid-level Civil Estimator in Oakville, Ontario, to prepare detailed estimates for civil construction scopes on transportation and infrastructure projects. The role involves quantity takeoffs, labour, equipment and subcontract pricing, and bid risk analysis. Base pay is $95,000 to $115,000 with weekend and overtime work as required.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare conceptual, budgetary and detailed civil estimates
  • Complete quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications
  • Develop labour, equipment, material and subcontract pricing
  • Analyze bid documents to identify risks and opportunities

Requirements summary:

  • Civil engineering, construction management or related degree or diploma
  • 5 to 10 years of civil estimating experience
  • Proficiency with InEight Estimate, HeavyBid or similar software
  • Strong attention to detail and communication skills

Tools & skills

InEight EstimateHeavyBid

Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalVisionLife insuranceRetirement planEmployee assistancePaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-08
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-31

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentBusiness operations
Experience5+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, overtime, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationCollege diploma (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Fields of studyCivil Engineering, Construction Management
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness

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Kiewit

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One of North America's largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations.

Full company description

At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too. Our construction and engineering professionals work on some of the industry’s most complex, challenging and rewarding projects – whether it’s boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy, or building bridges that connect communities. Kiewit people tackle important projects of every size, in any market. Start your Kiewit adventure today at kiewitjobs.com. Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned organization operates through a network of subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation; oil, gas and chemical; power; building; marine; water/wastewater; industrial; and mining. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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Reported office locations
  • 1550 Mike Fahey St., Omaha, NE 68102, US
Business categories
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Construction
  • Building Material
  • Mining
  • Transportation
  • Oil and Gas
Other recorded names
  • Kiewit
  • Kiewit Mexico
Specialties
  • Building
  • Mining
  • Oil
  • Gas & Chemical
  • Power
  • Transportation
  • Water/Wastewater
  • Construction
  • Engineering
  • Industrial
  • EPC
  • Energy
  • Infrastructure
  • and Design-Build
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At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too. Our construction and engineering professionals work on some of the industry’s most complex, challenging and rewarding projects – whether it’s boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy, or building bridges that connect communities. Kiewit people tackle important projects of every size, in any…

FieldValue
IndustryConstruction
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersOmaha, NE
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1884
SpecialtiesBuildingMiningOilGas & ChemicalPowerTransportationWater/WastewaterConstructionEngineeringIndustrial
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Job description

Requisition ID: 181803

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Eastern Canada District

Department: Estimating

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

The Civil Estimator will prepare detailed estimates for civil scopes of work supporting the project. This role will perform quantity takeoffs, develop pricing, and collaborate with engineering, procurement, and operations teams during estimate development.

District Overview

Eastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams & industrial. They serve the construction and mining industries and operate in Eastern Canada.

Location

This position is based in our office in Oakville, Ontario.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare conceptual, budgetary, and detailed estimates for civil construction work.

  • Complete quantity takeoffs from engineering drawings and specifications.

  • Develop labour, equipment, material, and subcontract pricing.

  • Analyze bid documents and identify risks and opportunities.

  • Participate in estimate reviews and value engineering sessions.

  • Maintain historical cost data and estimating databases.

Qualifications

  • Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

  • 5-10 years of civil estimating experience.

  • Proficiency with estimating software such as InEight Estimate, HeavyBid, or similar.

  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, bid documents, and construction scopes to develop accurate estimates.

  • Strong understanding of quantity takeoffs, labour, equipment, materials, subcontract pricing, and historical cost data.

  • Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving measures. #LI-DG

Other Requirements:

  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
  • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
  • Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions

Base Compensation: $95,000 - $115,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

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